Power Shield® FR

Soft shell fabrics needed to become hardcore.

Polartec® Power Shield® FR was developed to bring greater strength and versatility to the flame resistant soft shell fabric category. By designing a dense knit multi-component fabric we created a stronger balance between warmth, weather resistance and breathability. This adaptable protection set a new industry standard for performance fabrics that could remain comfortable and excel in calm to inclement weather conditions.

Benefits

Inherently flame resistant

Weather resistant

Highly breathable

Comfortable stretch

Durable

Easy care

Best Uses

Flame resistant all-weather protection

Technology

Hard shell fabrics were once the world standard for protection from rain, snow, wind and abrasion. They provided the reliable shelter needed in inclement weather, but always lacked the versatility to stay comfortable in calmer environments. Polartec® Power Shield® FR was developed to find a greater balance between weather resistance and personal comfort.
By integrating an advanced micro-porous membrane between a durable weather repelling exterior we created a resilient outerwear fabric with increased breathability. The ability to block wind and water was finally directly integrated with a surface technology that could consistently increase breathability during any activity.

A Closer Look

HOW IT WORKS

The stiff structure of traditional hard shells not only made them uncomfortable, but caused excessive noise from friction during movement. The inherently soft and pliable construction of Polartec® Power Shield® FR allow it to easily drape and fit to any underlying form without restricting movement or flexibility.

Providing a relaxed, yet resiliently strong fabric core provides the ability to stretch and recover for a full range of motion during activity. By further bolstering abrasion resistant characteristics we developed a higher industry standard for performance soft shell workwear materials. To this day, the innovative properties of Polartec® Power Shield® FR remain the pinnacle of high performance flame resistant protective fabrics.